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Move-in day is approaching! We are excited and ready for your arrival! To better serve you we have scheduled move-in orientations beginning, August 12th, 13th, 15th, 16th, & 17th. The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting and key pick-up. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until August 17th, 2019,...
Hello residents of 104 & 116 Cherry, First Site is excited to announce this FREE upgrade! We partnered with a new company in town called MetroNet to provide Cable TV & Internet (Fiber) 100% fiber - Doing things cable and DSL simply can’t do. This is how it works: A fiber optic network uses tiny strands of glass, each as thin as a hair, to transmit beams of light over great distances. Those beams carry unprecedented amounts of data - much more than cable or DSL - directly to your...
Move-in day is approaching… We are excited and ready for your arrival. In order to better serve you, we have scheduled move-in orientations for May 20th, 2018.
The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until June 12th, however as a courtesy we are allowing...
The 2018 school year is coming to a close! This is all the info you need to properly schedule your move-out appointment. It's First-Come-First-Serve so please read ASAP. ​Click here for the letter! Once your apartment has scheduled your move-out appointment, here is a step by step guide on what to do before your move-out inspection date and time, this is the same form that was given to every resident when they came in to make their move-out appointment. We also will be having...
Hello Everyone and welcome to First Site! You signed a lease for the 2018/19 school year and payments are about to begin. Most payment plans start April 1, 2018, but check your lease to confirm. PLEASE REMEMBER… all payments must be made via the resident portal. Here’s what you do…. Do you live with us now and you’re staying with us for 2018/19?: Even though you live with us now you will have a separate account for your new lease. Therefore, if you have reoccurring payments on your current...
IMPORTANT DATES
9/27/17 OPEN LEASING STARTS - Any ISU student can sign for any First Site apartment for the 2018/19 school year (Open Leasing)! Get out of the dorms and save money! NOTE: With the large freshmen class three years in a row and overall higher enrollment we anticipate that many students will be starting their apartment searches earlier than ever, which is why we are getting you this information so promptly!
There are many reasons to choose First Site when selecting your new apartment for the 2018/19 school year, here are just a few...
We are the only leasing company which guarantees your apartment will be professionally cleaned, carpet shampooed, painted and properly maintained before we issue keys.
Most of our staff are ISU Alumni, therefore not only do we know our business, we also know the campus very well thus, understand your needs.
We have a true all-inclusive lease! (Gas, Heat,...
At First Site, we hire additional staff during Open Leasing and offer a appontment-based system which means YOU and your ROOMMATES don't have to stand in a long line or camp-out! All you have to do is: 1. Keep checking-out our website and look for a few properties that interest you. 2. Call or visit our office to schedule an appintment for September 27th. If you visit our office, we will give you a tour of our new office and show you all our new technology which makes finding a new apartment...
Dear Current Residents, I hope you had a wonderful summer and thank you for choosing First Site as your home for the 17/18 school year. Even though classes have just begun, it is time to decide where you will live next year! We would like you to have the first opportunity to re-sign for your apartment. However, as I’m sure you are
aware, there is currently a shortage of centrally located quality housing on-campus. Our doors will be open throughout August and September to assist you in...
Important Towing Information 2017! Welcome Back First Site Residents! We hope that you have had an excellent summer and want to give you some important information before your school year begins getting too hectic. The following are very important dates and directions are concerning how to pick up your Parking Stickers from Joe's Towing in Normal. Towing for all First Site Properties will begin on Friday 8/25/2017 at 6:00 pm, please make sure to have your sticker by then. Any vehicle parked...
Move-in day is approaching and we are excited and ready for your arrival! In order to better serve you we have scheduled move-in orientations beginning, August 14th – August 19th.
The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until August 19th, however as a courtesy we...
Move-in day is approaching! We are excited and ready for your arrival! In order to better serve you we have scheduled move-in orientations beginning, June 8th, 9th, 12th & 13th . The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting and key pick-up. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until June 13th 2017, however...
Hi all current residents & co-signers! For most, move-out day is quickly approaching. Our security deposit procedure was explained during the lease signing process but, here is a quick Q & A about how it works: 1. When will I receive my security deposit? Your check will be mailed (Minus damages, cleaning etc. - if any is needed as determined during your scheduled move-out day/time) within 30 days. 2. Where will the check be mailed to?It will be mailed to your home/parents address you...
Sign a Summer/Fall/Spring Lease (12 Payments) or a Summer/Fall Lease (8 Payments)? If yes... your lease starts June 13, 2017 ... however you can move-in early! Early move-in day is Sunday, May 21, 2017. To qualify for this, simply have all roommates sign this form (Click me). There is a $75 fee per bedroom - please pay in office with separate checks at the time you submit the form. Deadline to submit form and fee is March 1, 2017. IMPORTANT: If you or your roommates are current First Site...
Only a few days after Open Leasing (The start of leasing for the 2017/18 school year) we are already 90% leased! Remember, at First Site MOST of our apartments are either completely REMODELED or NEW CONSTRUCTION! That means... The remaining 10% is still a great variety! Don't wait too long... stop by our office today, we are in Uptown Normal next to La Bamba, Maggie Miley's, PUB2... very close to campus. These are students who recently signed their...
Visit our office, meet with a Licensed Leasing Agent, go on a apartment tour and get lot's of free stuff!That's right - Just for going on a tour!Remember, all of our agents are either ISU Alumni or currently enrolled at ISUso we have been in your shoes. We will ensure we make the transition to a new apartment EASY!
Illinois State University recently released their enrollment numbers and for a consecutive year, ISU has a record-breaking freshman class with a total of 3,638 students, making it the largest freshman class in 27 Years! We anticipate that students will start their housing search for 2017/18 sooner than ever. We don't want anyone to rush, however, it will help to start researching your options now. Look at our availibility and stop by our office to meet with a Licensed Leasing Agent....
Over 800 students visited our tent! Thank you for being patient with our long lines. Check out your photo below and be sure to pay attention to important leasing dates below: Group Leasing Has Started (Now - 9/27/16): Do you belong to a Fraternity, Sorority, RSO or other group on-campus. Give us a call to see if you qualify for "early signing" and discounts. Open Leasing (9/28/2016): Leasing officially begins for general public... currently living in the dorms, competitor's properties,...
Important Towing Information 2016! Welcome Back First Site Residents! We hope that you have had an excellent summer and want to give you some important information before your school year begins getting too hectic. The following are very important dates and directions are concerning how to pick up your Parking Stickers at Joe's Towing. Towing for all First Site Properties will begin on Friday 8/26/2016 at 6:00 pm, please make sure to have your sticker by then. Any vehicle parked in a First...
Move-in day is approaching… we are excited and ready for your arrival. In order to better serve you we have scheduled move-in orientations beginning, August 15th – August 19th.
The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until August 20th, however as a courtesy we are...
Move-in day is approaching… we are excited and ready for your arrival. In order to better serve you we have scheduled move-in orientations beginning, June 8, 2016 – June 10, 2016.
The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until June 14th, however as a courtesy we...
Move-in day is approaching… We are excited and ready for your arrival. In order to better serve you, we have scheduled move-in orientations for May 15th, 2016.
The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until June 14th, however as a courtesy we are allowing...
No Roommates??? No Problem. Our Roommate Match program saves you money - It's a lot less expensive than a 1-bedroom apartment. Plus you get to live in one of our newer construction communities. Simply call or visit our office and a Licensed Leasing Consultant will talk to you about all your options. With roommate match you will have... 1. Newer community with unmatched features. 2. Locking bedroom doors 3. Private Bathrooms 4. Everyone gets a parking space 5. Clubhouse & Fitness Center 6....
This letter was personally delivered to your door on March 18, 2016. It has all the info you need to properly schedule your move-out appointment. It's First-Come-First-Serve so please read ASAP. Click here for letter.
It's almost that time of year... packing and finalizing your move-out strategy. This Checklist will show you how to properly return the apartment in order to receive your entire security deposit refund. As always let us know if you have questions! Click here to see checklist
The Spring Semester is right around the corner. Spring Semester Leases are as follows: Lease Dates: January 7, 2016 - May 5, 2016 (Classes at ISU start Monday, January 11, 2016)Number of Monthly Payments: 4 We have availability at each one of these locations... whether your are looking for a 1Bed, 2Bed, 3Bed, 4Bed or if you prefer using our roommate match program that is OK too! Call our office today (309-888-4444) or simply request an appointment via our website! The Oaks Luxury...
Graduating in December 2016? Student teaching in Spring 2017? No Problem!This 2-bedroom property is perfect for that - 101 W. Phoenix <------Click me Only 8 payments (Summer/Fall Lease)
I.S.U. Homecoming Parade Street Closures: Please plan ahead seeing as the parking deck may fill up this weekend with the influx of friends, family and alumni visiting the Uptown Normal area! Illinois State University’s homecoming parade will be held this Saturday, October 24th at 10am. There will be extensive street closures including the majority of Uptown Normal. Streets will be signed “NO PARKING” after 2am, will be closed at 6am and will reopen after the parade as safety permits. Access...
Subject: Sat. Sept 26, Street Closures - Uptown Block Party The Uptown Block Party will be Saturday, September 26th. Please note the following street and parking lot closures. Plan ahead seeing as the deck may fill up for portions of Saturday.
E. Beaufort St. from Uptown Circle to Linden St. and a portion of the Trail East parking lot will be signed NO PARKING after 2am on Saturday morning.
Portions of the Parkinson parking lot will be signed NO PARKING after 12pm on...
Please follow the schedule below. During your scheduled time, you and your roommate(s) will meet at our leasing office for a 20 minute orientation (Required) you will recieve your key at that time.
Thursday, August 13th at 9:30 a.m.
The Oaks Luxury Townhomes #8, #11, #21, #25, #45, #51, & #55 Thursday, August 13th at 10:30 a.m.
The Oaks Luxury Townhomes #57, #62, #65, #83, #87, #97, #100 Thursday, August 13th at 11:30 a.m.
Uptown North #21, #23, #29, #30, #31, #39, #51010 Lofts on Main...
Welcome Back First Site Residents! We hope that you have had an excellent summer and want to give you some important information before your school year begins getting too hectic. The following are very important dates and directions are concerning how to pick up your Parking Stickers at Joe's Towing. Towing for all First Site Properties will begin on Friday 8/21/2015 at 6:00 pm, please make sure to have your sticker by then! If you have any questions concerning parking / towing please...
Please follow the schedule below. During your scheduled time, you and your roommate(s) will meet at our leasing office for a 20 minute orientation (Required) you will recieve your key at that time.
Monday, August 10th at 8:00 a.m.
Sugar Creek #11, #12, #13, #31, #33, #34, #35, #55, #57 & #58 Monday, August 10th at 9:00 a.m.104 Cherry #4, #5, #19 & #20206 Locust #2 & #4
501 Fell #2 & #3 I am sure you will notice that your move-in day is before your lease begins (Lease begins August 15th),...
Your new home at The West Wing is ready for you to move in to!
Please follow the schedule below. During your scheduled time, you and your roommate(s) will meet at our leasing office for a 20 minute orientation (Required) you will recieve your key at that time.
Tuesday, August 11th at 8:00 a.m.
Apartment Numbers 1-9
Wednesday, August 12th at 8:00 a.m.
Apartment Numbers 10-18
Thursday, August 13th at 8:00 a.m.
Apartment Numbers 19-27
If you are unable to arrive at your assigned time...
Move-in day is approaching… we are excited and ready for your arrival. In order to better serve you we have scheduled move-in orientations beginning, June 8, 2015– June 15, 2015.
The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until June 16th, however as a courtesy we are...
Thank you for stopping by to see our new office and to schedule your move-out appointment! The Winning Number is 194544 Stop by the office with your ticket and collect your prize!
Dear Current Residents, It’s almost time to start packing again as the school year comes to an end. It has been a pleasure serving you this year and look forward to making your move-out as smooth as possible. The following are very important dates: March 24, 2015 - March 27, 2015: Please visit First Site to schedule your Move-Out Inspection – No phone calls regarding appointments please. The inspection will be done when the last person moves out. Steps to take… 1. Get all roommates together...
There are many reasons to choose First Site when selecting your new apartment for the 2015/16 school year, here are just a few...
We are the only leasing company which guarantees your apartment will be professionally cleaned, carpet shampooed, painted and properly maintenaced before we issue keys.
Most of our staff are ISU Alumni, therefore not only do we know our business, we also know the campus very well thus, understand your needs.
We have a true all-inclusive lease! (Gas, Heat,...
Dear First Site Residents, If you live in one of off-campus residential apartments please visit our leasing office before Friday January 23rd 2015 at 6:00 PM to register your satellite dish with the front office. Here, we will need a detailed description of the dish as well as where it is located on the building in relation to the property. ANY SATELLITE DISHES NOT REGISTERED BY FRIDAY JANUARY 23rd 2015 AT 6:00 pm WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE PROPERTY BY OUR MAINTEANCE TEAM. Per your...
No Roommates??? No Problem. Our Roommate Match program saves you money - It's a lot less expensive than a 1-bedroom apartment. Plus you get to give in one of our newer construction community. Simply call or visit our office and a Licensed Leasing Consultant will talk to you about all your options. With roommate match you will have... 1. Newer community with unmatched features. 2. Locking bedroom doors 3. Private Bathrooms 4. Everyone gets a parking space! No Stack! 5. Clubhouse & Fitness...
Don't have any roommates? NO PROBLEM! Our roommate match program is excellent and it saves you money$! Most roommate match locations have private bathrooms, locking bedroom doors and have access to fitness centers, pools, private mailrooms etc. It a lot less expensive than a 1-bedroom apartment. Call an agent for more details 309.888.4444
We are delighted and excited to announce we will be expanding our office to better serve our customers. We are staying in the same location and expanding into the commercial space right next door to us (Previously Cosi & Uptown 138). Upgrades will include a large conference room, more meeting areas, panaramic views, payment station and much more!
Dear On-Campus Residents, Joe’s Towing and Recovery will begin issuing parking stickers for the 2014-2015 school year. All residents with vehicles are required to have a parking sticker in order to park in the parking lot. Please refer to your lease to determine the number of parking spots you will receive. Towing will begin as of 6 p.m. on August 22, 2014 and any vehicle parked in the lot without a sticker will be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense. Due to the high volume of stickers...
Move-in day is approaching… we are excited and ready for your arrival. In order to better serve you we have scheduled move-in orientations beginning, August 13, 2014 – August 15, 2014. The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting.
During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until August 16th, however as a courtesy...
First Site has teamed up with Buffalo Wild Wings for our latest project, the West Wing. The West Wing is a new apartment complex conveniently located 3 seconds from campus on Main Street in Normal. The building will feature a Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant on the first floor with three levels of sleek and luxurious apartments located above. In this complex there is an array of different floor plans to choose from. These units will be available to move in starting in August of 2015 and the...
Move-in day is approaching… we are excited and ready for your arrival. In order to better serve you we have scheduled move-in orientations beginning, June 12, 2014 – June 16, 2014. The schedule below has your apartment’s date/time for your orientation meeting. During this meeting in our office, a staff member will review our policy book with you, issue keys and a staff member will meet you at your new apartment. Remember, your lease does NOT begin until June 16th, however as a courtesy we...
Residents may enter the building tomorrow (Sunday - June 1st) at 9am (back entrance near carports) to collect belongings of their choice. We will also give you an update as to when you can permanently return to your apartment. We will continue to provide your current housing accommodations until your apartment is ready for occupancy. Thank you for your cooperation.First Site Management
We are including payment information for the upcoming 2014-2015 School Year Make All Checks Payable to: First Site, Ltd.
*** In the Memo Include: Your Apartment Address with Unit # Acceptable Forms of Payment
Auto Withdraw
Personal Check (in office or mail)
Money Order/Cashier’s Check (in office or mail)
Credit/Debit Card (additional fee will apply) - On our home page simply click “Pay Rent Online” to pay with PayLease
Sorry—NO CASH
How do I sign up for Automatic Withdrawal through...
Dear First Site Residents, We would like to thank you for your patience with the snow removal process. Our area will be receiving between 6-10 inches today, Tuesday February 4, 2014. Our maintenance will be working diligently to make sure that your building and parking lots will be shoveled and plowed.
We will start shoveling as soon as weather permits. We just wanted to let you know that we are trying our best to make sure that each property is taken care of. First Site would also...
Due to weather conditions out of our control, First Site will be closed Monday January 6th, 2014 and will reopen on 9:00 AM Tuesday January 7th, 2014. Our Maintenance team can be reached for emergencies only at (309) 452-9283. Please refrain from calling for snow removal; our teams are working as quickly as possible during these blizzard like conditions and record breaking tempertures. Sincerely, First Site Management
New Residents: The 1st day of Open Leasing was on Wednesday, September 25th and we are already over 87% leased for the 2014/15 school year. THAT'S FOR A REASON... we have Fabulous apartments in great locations. Remember, at First Site 95% of our apartments are either completely REMODELED or NEW CONSTRUCTION! To find your next apartment or townhome... All you have to do is: 1. Check out which apartment locations catch your eye on our website by viewing building photos, interior...
Dear Residents of 705 University: Your apartment is ready! You may move back into your apartment starting Friday, December 6th @ 9am. Our maintenance team will open the building doors at that time and you are free to access your apartment. If you are in a hotel… Please check-out at the front desk by 12/6/13 @ 11am. Since we will still be working on the roof at 705 University… we will continue to use the parking lot directly behind 703/705 for work materials, etc. Please continue to park in...
Dear Residents of 703 University: You may move back into your apartment (703 Residents Only) starting tomorrow, November 26th @ 9am. Our maintenance team will open the doors at that time and you are free to access your apartment. If you are in a hotel… Please check-out at the front desk by tomorrow 11/26/13 @ 11am. If you are at home enjoying Fall break… upon your return you may move back into your apartment anytime after 11/26/13 @ 9am. Since we will still be working on the roof at 705...
Dear Resident(s) of 703/705 University- Fall Break is approaching and many of you will head home for the week. If this is the case… please check out of the hotel by visiting the front desk the day of your departure. Please take all of your belongings with you from the hotel. We will give you an update early next week on the progress of the building and what you will expect upon your return. We have started the re-building process (roof) and are working really hard to get you back to your...
Dear Residents 703 & 705 University: Our staff continues to make you a priority… here are a few updates: - The city as a whole is still attempting to recover from the major storm. Our office phones and internet are still down therefore there will be times when you will be unable to reach us in the office. - Today, November 18, 2013 from 3-5pm our staff will be available at 703-705 University to escort you to your apartment to obtain any personal belongings you would like. More than likely,...
Residents of 703 & 705 University, The intense storm system earlier today greatly affected the area… damaging winds caused property damage and left many businesses/homes without power. Immediately after we learned about the damage which took place to your building (703 & 705 University), our staff reacted immediately. Your safety was our #1 priority… thankfully everyone was unharmed. Without delay our staff contacted the top local hotels in the area for availability. We wanted to insure...
Open Leasing is the 1st day of leasing to new residents! This will be on Wednesday, September 25th. At First Site you don't have to camp-out the night before or stand in a huge line! You simply call to set-up an appointment; we will have additional staff that day ready to help you. All you have to do is: 1. Check out which apartment locations catch your eye on our website. Pick one or a few locations that will for you and your roommates. 2. Call to schedule an appointment for September...